Talk To Me: A National Action Plan To Reduce Suicide And Self Harm In Wales 2008-2013

Tuesday 4^th November saw the launch of the Welsh Assembly Government's national plan to reduce suicide and self-harm in Wales. The national plan has seven main aims and objectives including the promotion of mental health and well-being and working with the media to ensure appropriate reporting on mental health and suicide.

Alongside the main objectives, Mind Cymru will be involved with rolling out a number of key initiatives. These will include the commencement of the roll out of Mental Health First Aid training and the piloting of Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).  

Furthermore, as part of the national plan, a consultation has been launched and will run until January 2009. To find out more information about the consultation or to read the Welsh Assembly Government's national plan please click on the following link:

http://new.wales.gov.uk/consultations/healthsocialcare/talktome/